Walking The Four-Fold Way with Angeles Arrien, Ph.D. (ENCORE)

Angeles Arrien gathered wisdom from an enormous variety of indigenous cultures from around the world, distilling it into four paths of wise, effective action—”showing up, paying attention, telling the truth and being unattached to the outcome.” These are the archetypal paths of the warrior, healer, visionary and teacher. The opportunity to embody these archetypes arises in every situation in our lives. In her very clear and stimulating style, Arrien tells us how to make our actions more authentic through listening, integrity, courage and truth-telling. And, as Arrien reminds us, “The heart and the essence of all spiritual seeking is the reclamation of the authentic self.” (hosted by Michael Toms and Justine Willis Toms)

Bio

Angeles Arrien, Ph.D. (1940-2014) was an anthropologist, educator, and a consultant to the medical, academic, and corporate communities worldwide. She taught at the University of California, California Institute of Integral Studies, the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, and the Alaya Institute, and was the founder of the Angeles Arrien Foundation for Cross-Cultural Education and Research.

Her books include:

To learn more about the work of Angeles Arrien go to www.angelesarrien.com.

Topics explored in this dialogue include:

  • What is the “four-fold” way to wisdom
  • What are the three “don’ts” of leadership
  • How to honor your natural daily rhythms
  • What are the messages of each of the seasons
  • What are the physiological benefits of singing and chanting
  • How to diagnose your life situation by what’s at your doorstep
  • Why truth-telling is a crucial skill

Host: Michael Toms & Justine Willis Toms         Interview Date: 9/13/1993        Program Number: 2424


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